Chapter 612

Some people are cautious, some are rational, and some are reckless. No one is willing to submit to anyone else, and no one is inferior to anyone else.

Sōsuke Aizen went to great lengths to barely gain a voice, but unfortunately, this voice was too fragile; a single failure could cause him to lose control.

From collective will to individual character, everyone is 'encouraged' to think independently. Then, individual differences will lead to different directions. Even with the common goal of 'killing Taiyi,' everyone's thoughts, actions, and efficiency will be completely different.

"He's cutting a cake. If he swallows it all at once, he'll choke to death, but cutting it into pieces makes it much easier."

On a certain battlefield, Aizen, facing the crimson sunset, lightly swung his long sword. There was no living creature in his sight, yet he had no intention of admiring his masterpiece.

This cake even has legs; some run fast, some run slowly, and some just stand still.

The Judge remain a unified entity, still communicating and interacting with each other, but no one can now command the overall situation. The reason is simple: no one, including Aizen, can come up with a perfect solution.

His actions were flawless, without any obvious mistakes, yet he still suffered a major setback. Therefore, there's no need for others to trust each other; they can simply act freely.

"This won't do; they're clearly picking us off one by one." Uchiha Madara arrived, his entire battle situation clearly visible thanks to his Hundred Eyes of True Knowledge.

These ants, abandoning their previous passive avoidance and stalling tactics, actually launched a counterattack, clearly trying to slow down the enemy. What's even more infuriating is that they can't pursue them; who knows if there's a trap behind them? They all have to conserve their strength for self-preservation.

Then Geralt the Geralt led his team to the Forgotten Hidden Jianghu, where they were organizing neutral players to enter. Sephiroth had no choice but to step in and stop them.

The Thorny Rose are launching a full-scale attack, as is the Forgotten Hidden Jianghu, making it difficult for the Grand Judges to determine who 'Taiyi' intends to target, or whether these are all illusions, with the real killing move lying in the yet-to-be-unexplored third battlefield?

"I know it won't work, but there's no way to solve it. 'Taiyi' can track our movements, and the pursuit is fruitless." Aizen stroked the eyeball on his forearm. Of course, he knew where Yuki's X-ray vision came from.

It's impossible to catch up; the only option is to intercept them. But interception isn't easy either. Yuki created so many fake targets to confuse the enemy; intercepting fake targets is pointless.

"Killing Him is the only way to solve the problem, but then we can't find Him at all. He's like a Garou that jumps out to devour a person and then quickly sneaks back into the darkness to hide." Uchiha Madara showed a pained expression. From the beginning, it wasn't a matter of combat strength, but rather that damned King of Deception was using any means necessary to hide behind the scenes.

He only attacks where the enemy is sure to defend, and never makes a move unless he has a 100% chance of winning. The mighty Faction Judgment has become useless, or rather, a ticking time bomb in his own hands.

So we need to find him, find him accurately.

Aizen's thoughts were clear, yet he knew it would be difficult. He looked up at the solidified corpses before him, and the girl at the front raised her finger, pointing it to his brow. Even an ant could make him smell the scent of death.

This group of players has a faction talent called 'Trait'. No matter how weak they are, they are not affected by items. Even a Transcendental Grade ant would die instantly from using it, yet I, a Grand Inquisitor, cannot suppress or be immune to it?

Are they the true followers of the Taiyi?

This skill, which transcended the game's settings, was familiar to him, or rather, he had only experienced it with 'Taiyi'. In an instant, an idea came to him.

What are the others going to do?

Can't you see for yourself?

Uchiha Madara was somewhat annoyed, but he knew that the only way to deal with that shameless bastard was through Aizen, not because of intelligence, but because of experience.

Solomon stayed alone on a battlefield, building a magic workshop.

"He wants to lure out 'Taiyi,' but he lacks the courage. The range within which we can provide instant support has already been tested. It's a waste of time to use a cheap bait." Aizen said disdainfully.

"Aatrox and Boros are currently engaged in combat with the players and are attempting a breakout after receiving the message."

"Are they going to support Sephiroth?"

"They're not that stupid. They plan to return to the Judgment Domain and wait for the right opportunity to enter."

That assessment is more accurate.

Aizen's expression softened slightly. These two had been played with until they were numb and no longer wanted to run around like wild dogs. They had also noticed the problems on the battlefield.

Neither side can take it down without the appearance of the true form of 'Taiyi'. If they stall for time, the Judge would welcome it with open arms, wishing they could just dump the trouble back onto the Reincarnation Game right now.

Maintaining mobility is a fundamental requirement, Faction Judgment meaningless.

"Independent thinking is a good thing. Originally, He only cared about me, but now He has to scheme against everyone." Aizen exhaled a breath of stale air. Without anyone interfering, He could carry out his will. "As for the two of us, let's continue the fight."

"Fighting?"

"Yes, I don't believe Taiyi will abandon this camp. This return ceremony must not be stopped. Whether it's a lure or an ambush, our two teams just need to find common ground. Only by attacking where they must defend can we seize the initiative."

Are you sure?

Uchiha Madara's lips twitched slightly, but he had to acknowledge Aizen's decision. He knew that Taiyi was cunning and difficult to distinguish between truth and falsehood, and that if he didn't find the key to the problem, he would be toyed with and killed.

"Then why don't you tell them?"

"Because this is also gambling. Since it's gambling anyway, why not gamble with your own judgment? Besides..." Aizen stroked the Hundred Eyes of True Knowledge in his hand. This body was linked to the consciousness of the Reincarnation Game. He could read the latter's anxiety, which was growing more and more impotent and furious as more and more Grand Inquisitors fell.

I really wanted to send a cheat code, but Taiyi is blocking the path to advancement. The Grand Judge has reached his limit and can't take another step forward.

Is that really the case?

Aizen a deep breath, his smile icy.

"He can use cannon fodder by any means necessary, and so can I."

Which side is Taiyi? Or is it neither?

Aatrox felt completely numb; his anger had nowhere to go, and his killing intent had no target.

Swish--

The demonic sword sliced through a Gundam, the Gundam Nim alloy splitting in two like a piece of paper, the black demonic flames causing the steel to ignite.

"Come! Kill me!!"

The roar created a distinct sonic wave that detonated the densely packed missiles. Then, a flash of sword light ignited more than a dozen players. This near-invincible stance forced the enemy to retreat, but it could not quell their anger in the slightest.

I don't want to kill these small fry!

The entire battlefield shifted in an instant, spreading from individual spaces throughout the city, but both sides remained in chaos.

The two sides clashed between buildings, rushing into room after room. Encirclements, ambushes, and traps were everywhere, and only the Grand Inquisitor was free to come and go.

I've already given you a chance, stripped you of your privileges, so why don't you show yourself!

This is what infuriates Aatrox the most: he has his ultimate ability ready but can't unleash it because these weaklings are just harassing him and have no courage to fight.

The Hundred Eyes of True Knowledge transmitted countless messages, all battlefields yielding the same result: the minions were using their lives to hold back every Grand Judge, preventing them from supporting each other in the first instance.

Okay, we can't help you, but you should at least lend a hand.

An arrow hidden in the darkness, drawn but not released, is most agonizing; you never know who it will strike.

"These small fry don't know where He is." The golden-armored king appeared beside him, carrying the ship girl like a chick. "But those women from the intelligence have returned; they should know 'Taiyi's' secret."

"Should we go and catch it?"

"I'm afraid it's difficult. These small fry haven't used their full strength yet. They're definitely waiting for Taiyi to appear before stopping the others. Those women are likely bait." Boros shook his head slightly. This involves another psychological game.

No one wanted to underestimate the enemy and act Taiyi, lest they be targeted by Taiyi. It was too dangerous; if reinforcements weren't provided in time, there was a chance of them perishing.

Every Grand Inquisitor wanted to climb higher by stepping on Taiyi's corpse. Who would be willing to become someone else's stepping stone? The two known for their immortality have already been sent to their deaths.

Two teams per group is the minimum requirement to ensure safety; this is the bottom line. Aatrox was somewhat tempted, but he restrained himself.

This bastard is using reverse psychology. Fighting Taiyi is about enjoying the process, while my life and His death are the real outcome.

Seeing that He hadn't fallen for the trick, Boros lowered his voice and said, "Then let's go back to the Judgment Domain first. That way, no matter which side He appears on, we can jump out and kill Him."

"Alright, tell those idiots to stop bothering us and get out of here."

This was a pre-planned scheme. Sephiroth and the Herrscher of Finality were already in a dilemma, Solomon was fishing with a straight hook, and Aizen and Uchiha Madara were exploring in silence. Each of these three parties was bait, and the two of them actually had the most room to maneuver.

If you can't be a cicada, be a mantis; only a fool would be a cicada.

No one could stop the two Grand Inquisitors; they could only hold off their subordinates on the periphery. The two were in a hurry to get on their way and didn't want to cause any more trouble. They simply crushed the enemies in their way.

A black vortex hangs atop the sky, like a hole in the outer wall of Outpost, leading directly to the Judgment Domain. That domain, the lair of the Judge, connects to the heavens, and even if Yuki opens a third battlefield, the current Reincarnation Game can instantly form a passage.

By eliminating intermediaries and going directly into the battlefield, they can provide rapid support as long as no idiot initiates Faction Judgment.

Why should I choose the path you've chosen? The initiative should be in my hands.

Aatrox soared into the sky, skimming over ten thousand meters above the ground. Beside the vortex lay a massive rift, the connection point gradually becoming visible.

Hundreds of people, including five epic-level Judge, are guarding the area as a final safeguard; if the third phase begins, they only need to hold off Taiyi moment.

Are they really just going to abandon this godforsaken place?

Boros glanced down and, through the blizzard, saw a battlefield that stirred the blood; countless figures and beams of light darted through the city, and fireballs occasionally burst from the buildings.

Even the sturdiest skyscrapers were riddled with holes. Urban warfare is very disadvantageous for Giant- style players. Not only is their movement restricted, but they also can't pull out buildings to use as weapons. However, even the Star River Overlord had to admit that this hellish place had a huge advantage.

It's not as simple as being as hard as a tortoise shell. Those countless 'nests' make it difficult to gather and annihilate the enemy. If you really can't beat them, just find a space to hide in, and it becomes a game of cat and mouse.

If it were a head-on confrontation, I would have crushed those in front of me long ago, and those behind would have collapsed on their own without me even having to fight them.

Boros had broken through countless battle lines and dismantled countless fleets; he detested battles that felt like plucking feathers.

"Let's go. As Aizen said, killing Taiyi will end this. There's no need to get entangled with these small fry."

He waved and rushed into the passage, but suddenly, he came to a standstill in mid-air from speeds several times the speed of sound.

Call out--

A pink arrow flew past the breastplate, exploded in the ranks of the Judge, and blossomed into a beautiful flower.

The Savior, Elysia.

Boros turned around abruptly, and this person was no ordinary nobody. The World-Destroying Sword Demon beside him flew away with a 'clang' like lightning.

Before it could Piercer Yingjie's chest, it plummeted downwards at Extreme Speed, and a seven-colored blade of light appeared on its flight path. Ryougi Shiki, with long hair and wearing Shiki Ryougi, suddenly appeared from space, holding a katana.

Valhalla, Shiki Ryougi?

In an instant, Solomon was fishing with a straight hook, raised his head, Sōsuke Aizen, who was exploring deeper into the area, stopped in his tracks, and Sephiroth swung his greatsword, his defensive item ready to be used.

The Hundred Eyes of True Knowledge swept over the two Outpost, then fell into a brief moment of confusion.

"Why hasn't He shown up yet?" Boros muttered to himself. He had been excited for a moment; who was He planning to target by sending out His last trump card to intercept him?

However, there was still no sign of 'Taiyi' at the two Outpost, only the sharp blade under the Mystic Eyes of Death Perception.

Swish.

Boros dodged the slash, obliterating everything in his path, and a grin spread across his face.

"You can't possibly think you can kill me with just yourselves, can you?"

Comet Burst!

A powerful shockwave exploded, Hundred Eyes of True Knowledge erased all its authority, directly sending the woman wielding the katana flying. Meanwhile, the demonic sword changed direction and thrust straight at them.

"Master Taiyi, it's your turn."

"Hey, you lot won't be satisfied until you've killed me, will you?" A chubby Daoist priest appeared, his whole body trembling with fat. This demonic sword had countless clones, aiming to pierce his heart with a thousand swords. He had no choice but to close his eyes and activate the magic weapon.

Landscape and Society Map!

The sword shadow vanished instantly, and Ryougi Shiki, along with Master Taiyi, was imprisoned in a small world. With no worries about the consequences, Shiki Ryougi raised her sword and slashed.

Court death.

Boros unleashed a punch, the explosive force of which was shattered by the Mystic Eyes of Death Perception, but the hundreds of punches he delivered in a single second prevented Shiki Ryougi from getting close at all.

The Mystic Eyes of Death Perception can kill everything, but the action of 'cutting' makes it difficult for Shiki Ryougi to keep up with the rhythm.

'That fat man could only hold Aatrox for a minute at most, even if he risked his life. These two women are no match for me.'

Boros's mind raced. He could sense Solomon approaching and would soon be within teleportation range. Probing was mutual, and he knew exactly what cards these enemies had up their sleeves.

Smack

The arrows shot from afar were instantly crushed. He looked over in an instant, and a substantial pressure pierced through the wind and snow, causing the black-haired girl holding a four-stringed longbow to tremble all over.

Kaguya Shinomiya was caught off guard by Ding Zhen's gaze, but fortunately, the gaze quickly shifted to Mai Sakurajima, Frieren, Mona, and Yuki Sorajima in the middle.

Whether it's real or fake, I can't possibly rush over there.

That was the edge of the city, outside the teleportation range. He would be foolish to go and investigate, but he was being extra cautious.

"I've already said it, none of you are worthy!"

With a quick clasp of his hands, he caught the katana that was slashing down with a powerful punch. Without any fancy moves, his level 10 physique kicked out and smashed the Shiki Ryougi in front of him, then he turned around without hesitation.

Several phantoms appeared, locked onto by the eerie blue Mystic Eyes of Death Perception, and the katana slashed down simultaneously.

Epic Metamorphosis. The Origin Annihilation.

This was a realm of instant death. The Judge came to provide support were shattered into pieces in mid-air as soon as they approached. Nothing could defend against it, and the Star River Overlord didn't need to defend against it either.

Multidimensional attack.

In an instant, ten thousand punches were unleashed simultaneously, and the Roar fist winds formed the most straightforward protective shield, like two waves crashing continuously.